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Reserve Shoots St. John's Past Creighton
11 Jan
Summary
- Lefteris Liotopoulos scored a career-high 17 points with five 3-pointers.
- Dylan Darling added 11 points, positively impacting the team.
- St. John's secured their second-ever win in Omaha.
Lefteris Liotopoulos, a seldom-used reserve for much of the season, has become a crucial contributor for St. John's. The 6-foot-4 shooter from Greece has earned significant playing time in recent games, highlighted by his career-best performance against Creighton. Liotopoulos netted 17 points and sank five three-pointers, significantly impacting the team's 90-73 win.
Coach Pitino praised Liotopoulos's quick release and improving driving ability, acknowledging the player's dedication to defense. Liotopoulos himself joked about the coach's initial ultimatum regarding his defensive performance. Dylan Darling also made a strong return after being benched, scoring 11 points off the bench and contributing to a significant plus-21 rating when on the floor.
The victory in Omaha, their second ever at the venue, improved St. John's record to 2-13. The team continues to perform well in league play, holding a 4-1 record in conference games for the third consecutive season. This resurgence demonstrates the team's ability to adapt and find key performers like Liotopoulos and Darling.
